a small forest dweller, punchana, or akush, sits in the grass against a partially white background

zoology world wildlife wild white unique texture tenderness survival study stealth species solitude soft small sits sense rodent reserve rare punchana protection photograph paws partially nature natural little life leaves land herbivore harmony grass gnawing gentle furry fur forest floor fauna eyes expressive exotic evokes environment ecosystem ecology ears dweller dry disguise daylight cute curiosity cover conveying conservation coloring closeup caution camouflage brown biology bamboo balance background atmosphere